Offset Press Operator- 2nd or 3rd Shift

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We believe that people are the key to our continued growth and success. We have a great team and a positive working environment that provides challenging opportunities – allowing for personal growth and development. Every day is a chance to bring new ideas and energy to the table that drives positive change in the work we do, the way we work, and the impact we have on our clients and the industry.

We look for people who bring passion and accountability to their careers, those who want to succeed and enjoy their work. This is a place where you will grow and thrive, knowing that you not only bring value and new thinking to every project, but that you also help evolve the standard of print in the industry. We are proud of the level of talent and professionalism that can be found in every area of our company;

and are always looking for smart, enthusiastic people to further enhance and diversify our team. We have an ongoing open door submission policy, and if you are interested in joining us, check out our open positions or submit your resume below.

• Mission
• Vision
• Values

At Graphic Village, we redefine the power and possibility of print through collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. Our mission is to empower clients by delivering comprehensive print, packaging, environmental graphics, and fulfillment solutions from a versatile, one-stop resource. Through genuine one-to-one relationships, we immerse ourselves in our clients’ stories, becoming true partners in their success. With collaboration at the forefront of everything we do, we set ourselves apart, ensuring that as your trusted printing partner, we surpass service and quality expectations to jointly craft success in today’s dynamic business market.

Schedule:

2nd Shift: Monday-Thursday; 2:00 pm-12:00 am 3rd Shift: Sunday Evening-Friday Morning; 10:00 pm-6:00 am

The Press Operator, working in conjunction with the Press Helper, assists in the production of high-quality printing jobs, to meet customer and company expectations, in a cost-effective manner while meeting strict deadlines, on one of several large printing presses.

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a single or multicolor offset press to print single-color, two color, and/or multicolor work.
• Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the imposition of the run.
• Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register etc.
• Make necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required. Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.

• Knowledge of digital and offset presses, specifically 40” 6 color Komori sheet fed and 37” 5 color Ryobi sheet fed both with coaters.
• Requires thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials and specifications, equipment, and safety requirements and skills to perform assignments.
• Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, press settings and materials needed to run the job successfully.
• Skill to make a variety of difficult precise settings of controls, settings, and adjustments, and to perform routine operational maintenance of equipment.
• Skill in routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment.
• Knowledge of the appropriate amount of packing pressure needed to obtain the proper printing pressure for the type of job being run.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities, but may be asked to assist others in the department with problem solving when required. Assist in the training of junior employees and…